Practice Features of a Good Algorithm - 3.2.1 | Chapter 3: Algorithms and Flowcharts | ICSE Class 8 Computer Applications
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Question 1

Easy

What does it mean for an algorithm to be finite?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what happens if there is no end to the steps.

Question 2

Easy

Give an example of an input in an algorithm.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what kind of data you would provide to an algorithm.

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Question 1

What does 'finiteness' mean in an algorithm?

  • It needs to have data
  • It must conclude after a specific number of steps
  • It can run indefinitely

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what happens if an algorithm never stops.

Question 2

True or False: Every algorithm must accept at least one input.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about algorithms that do not require any external data.

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Question 1

Design an algorithm to calculate the factorial of a number. Describe how it meets the five features of a good algorithm.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how the factorial operation is defined.

Question 2

Explain how a poorly defined algorithm might affect software development. Provide an example.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the typical development cycle and where errors might creep in.

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